Newsletter - Vallejo Arts & Entertainment

Monday, October 2, 2023

Round Midnight Show

'Round Midnight radio show with ANGELA MARIE - Request Line: 707-652-5775 http://www.ozcatradio.com/ozcast-stream.html https://tunein.com/radio/Ozcat-Radio-895-s130679/

Mon, 12:00 am to 2:00 am
Ozcat Radio
89.5 FM KZCT

Speak Easy Poetry Expressions

Open mic poetry with musical interludes.

Mon, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Chris’ Club
656 Benicia Rd

Townhouse Ramblers

Acoustic Evening of Americana, Folk and Blues featuring Don Bassey, Pato Milo, Jeff Campitelli, Rich Adams, Mark Reed, Eric Wood, Erin Bakke, plus some very special guests - every Monday night.

Mon, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
401A Georgia St.

Tuesday, October 3, 2023

FAITH FOOD FRIDAYS - FREE GROCERY BOX of fresh and non-perishable foods. Sunday (Drive Through Only) 11am-1pm Tuesdays 11am-2pm (please arrive no later than 1:45p) Fridays 11am-5pm (please arrive no later than 4:45p) There are NO qualifications or requirements to receive a box of fresh and non-perishable food items. @ Faith Bible Church of Vallejo MINISTRY CENTER 826 Solano Ave. @ Curtola Parkway Across from Wilson Park Donations of non-perishables needed! Suggested Donation List For Faith Food Fridays CASH @ [...]

Tue, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Faith FOOD Fridays
826 Solano Ave.

Citizen Clean Air Monitoring Network - Informational Session

The Vallejo Citizens Air Monitoring Network (CAMN) is a neighborhood group concerned about asthma and air pollution. The Vallejo Citizens Air CAMN is pleased to announce the launch of its Clean Air Ambassador Program. Join one of our informational sessions on Sept 27 or Oct 3. Find out why Vallejo's asthma rate is so high, and learn ways to lessen the impact of bad air. Learn how to protect yourself, family members, and your community Mentor/mentee relationship opportunities Meet and [...]

Tue, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Virtual Online Event
Anywhere With Internet

Stand up Comedy with Phat Joe and Mathias Vasquez

Phat Joe and Mathias Vasquez join hosts Johnny Rios and Guile Mosher. Come enjoy delicious Italian infused cuisine and an all-star lineup of comedians brought to you by Bay Area Comics.

Tue, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Bambino’s
301 Georgia St. #122

Wednesday, October 4, 2023

The A.M. Hustle Show

The A.M. Hustle with ANGELA MARIE - Upbeat morning jams with lively conversation and interviews http://www.ozcatradio.com/ozcast-stream.html

Wed, 6:00 am to 9:00 am
Ozcat Radio
89.5 FM KZCT

Coffee with a Cop

Coffee with a Cop is the perfect opportunity to meet our officers in a relaxed atmosphere and ask about our department and initiatives. Share your thoughts, concerns, and ideas while enjoying complimentary coffee and refreshments. We're here to listen, engage, and strengthen our community ties. Café con un policía es la oportunidad perfecta para conocer a nuestros oficiales en un ambiente relajado y preguntar acerca de nuestro departamento y nuestras iniciativas. Comparte tus pensamientos, preocupaciones y ideas mientras disfrutas de [...]

Wed, 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Vallejo Room – Lower level of the JFK Library
505 Santa Clara St.

Lawyers @ Your Library

Local attorneys offer free legal advice and referral. Lawyer consultations last up to 20 minutes. There is no “attorney-client” relationship. Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Brief legal advice and referral available on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. There are limited slots available for each session. Sign up in-person or by phone (1-866-572-7587) starting at 9:00 AM on the day of the program. Lawyer consultations from 5:30-7:30 PM.

Wed, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
John F. Kennedy Library
505 Santa Clara St.

Quique Gomez on tour from Spain!

Born in Madrid, harmonicist and singer, Quique Gomez started playing harmonica at age 18 and assembled his first band Juan Bourbon, Juan Scoth & Juan Beer at the age of 20. It’s with this band that he traveled the Spanish stages during the following decade while studying and running a small club. In 2008, he visited Chicago and met some of the Blues' greatest exponents with whom he started playing frequently on both sides of the Atlantic. Quique has performed [...]

Wed, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Empress Theatre Lounge
324 Virginia St.

Trivia Night at the Coal Shed Brewery

Want to show off all that random knowledge you have stored in the back of your brain? Grab your crew, and join us every Wednesday at 6:30pm for craft brews, food, and trivia from King Trivia!

Wed, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Mare Island Brewing Co. – Coal Shed Brewery
860 Nimitz Ave.

Wednesday Night Open Mic

Open Mic Night every Wednesday at the Town House - 8:00 p.m. until much later First come, first serve sign-up. 3 songs or 15 minutes. We run through the roster until people run out of songs or energy. Comedians and poets also welcome.

Wed, 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
401A Georgia St.

Thursday, October 5, 2023

DBC Bakery Popup

Dillon Bread Company will be open for walk in business in Suite B. We are offering no contact curbside service for pre-paid orders. Please arrange for curbside service prior to PopUp day. Pre-paid orders may also be picked up without waiting in Suite B. If you have any questions or concerns, please send DBC a PM on our DBC Facebook page. You can get everything from bread, pastries, croissants, cookies, all delicious, not to mention a very wonderful selection of [...]

Thu, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Dillon Bread Company
451 Ryder St., Suite B

Storytime at Children's Wonderland

Join us and our friends from the Solano County Library for storytime, Thursdays 11 am to 11:45 am at Children's Wonderland (360 Glenn St). This is a free program offered to the community.

Thu, 11:00 am to 11:45 am
Children’s Wonderland
360 Glenn Street

Hispanics and Latinos in Vallejo (Speaker Series)

Our guest speaker for our October monthly meeting is Marisela Barbosa-Cortez. She is the author of "Hispanics and Latinos in Vallejo". Marisela Barbosa-Cortez is a mother, wife, business owner, and community advocate originally from Mexico, She immigrated to Vallejo with her parents, Graciela and Israel; her sisters Maria and Sonia; and her brother Jose. Barbosa-Cortez is a forward-thinking catalyst for change, and her commitment to community betterment is reflected through her years of involvement and leadership in the areas of [...]

Thu, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
734 Marin St.

Social Justice in Public Health Series

The Social Justice in Public Health Seminar (Webinar) Series is an innovative collection of lectures from experts in the fields of public policy, public health, and social justice, designed for students in public health, medicine, education, pharmacy, and nursing degree programs. The purpose of this seminar series is to provide an introduction to topics in social justice and public health. Our 2023 Series will focus on the Impacts of Technology on Health Equity and Social Justice. Please join us as [...]

Thu, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Friday, October 6, 2023

Free Groceries

Fri, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Faith FOOD Fridays
826 Solano Ave.

Live Music at Bambino's

Enjoy dinner, drinks and dancing to a live band most Fridays and Saturdays at Bambino's! Details are usually posted on Bambino's Facebook page late in the week.

Fri, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Bambino’s
301 Georgia St. #122

Reflection Goth Night

First Friday of the month Goth Night with DJ Owen Owington Owensford presented by Its Danse Macabre at IntegriTea in Vallejo, CA. Classic Goth - Nu Goth - Industrial - Goth Metal - EBM - Synth Pop - CyberPunk - Dark Wave - New Wave - Post Punk - 80s - 90s and more 9 PM to 12 AM All Ages No Cover "A Lady Lurid Production"

Fri, 9:00 pm to 11:59 pm
IntegriTea Art + Event Space
717 Marin Street

Saturday, October 7, 2023

Vallejo Vintage Makers Market & DBC Popup Bakery

Join us for vintage treats, handcrafted sweets, local makers wares and unique gifts. This outdoor event includes other vendors and event coincides with out neighbor Dillon Bread Company being open for treats too!

Sat, 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Studio Tableaux
451 Ryder St, Suite F

Community Coffee Tasting

There's a new cafe at the roasting site with an espresso machine and tasty food. The vendors and musicians are back after the pandemic. Enjoy live music and hang out with your neighbors. Coffee cupping, or coffee tasting, is the practice of observing the tastes and aromas of brewed coffee. Join us to sample coffees from around the world side-by-side, develop your palate and discover coffees you LOVE that you never knew existed! Visit https://moschetti.com/ for more information.

Sat, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Moschetti Coffee
11 Sixth St. (Curtola Pkwy. & Solano Ave.)

Farmers' Market

Shop here for a great selection of California-grown greens, fruits & veggies, ethnic varieties, as well as some nice specialty booths with baked goods and such at down-to-earth prices. We've also seen honey, homemade soap and other goodies. There's some prepared food (BBQ chicken & sausages), and they've gotten rid of most of the "junk" vendors. https://www.pcfma.org/market/vallejo-farmers-market

Sat, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Downtown Vallejo
Georgia and Marin

Vallejo Waterfront Weekend

The Vallejo Waterfront Weekend is a free community festival held each year on Vallejo’s waterfront with activities for the entire family, including whaleboat races, live music all day Saturday, an expansive car show, Kornhole Tournament, Glo Run, Filipino Martials Arts, Disc Golf Tournament, and much more. For more information, go to VallejoWaterfrontWeekend.com

Sat, 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Park
301 Mare Island Way

Yoga in the Park

We meet every Saturday @ 10am for yoga Please bring a mat unless you prefer to be in the grass This is a beginner/ intermediate class. All ages welcome 🙏🏾 Donations accepted, but this is a FREE class.

Sat, 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Dan Foley Park
1499 North Camino Alto

Quetzalli Ballet Folklorico @Springstowne Library@V

Enjoy a special performance of traditional Mexican dances from Vallejo's Quetzalli Ballet Folklorico. All ages welcome.

Sat, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Springstowne Library
1003 Oakwood Ave

Dia de Muertos Calavera

Join us for this exclusive intro to painting class at the Mare Island Art Studios(MIAS) and create this Catrina painting. This class will be full of fun, learning and laughter. Don't miss out on this step-by-step guided painting class and a chance to see the works of both Mark Martin and Jose Martinez. We begin painting at 1:00pm, please arrive around 15 minutes prior in order to get settled in and be ready to paint. (All art supplies are included)

Sat, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Mare Island Art Studios
110 Pintado St.

José Martinez and Mark Martin Exhibition – Opening Reception

Artwork by José Martinez and Mark Martin will be up during the month of October Join our Community Dia De Los Muertos Altar For the month of October, please bring something for the altar. Often it is a picture or remembrance of a loved one, pan de muertos, flowers, papel picado, marigolds, salt, candles (must be battery powered) whatever you like. We will also have a table set up where you and your family can make your own paper flowers [...]

Sat, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Mare Island Art Studios
110 Pintado St.

Live Music at Bambino's

Enjoy dinner, drinks and dancing to a live band most Fridays and Saturdays at Bambino's! Details are usually posted on Bambino's Facebook page late in the week.

Sat, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Bambino’s
301 Georgia St. #122

Live Music Saturday

Performers are announced on the MIB Facebook page late Wednesday or Thursday.

Sat, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Mare Island Brewing Co. Taproom
289 Mare Island Way

FLO Funky Latin Orchestra

The band "FLO," Funky Latin Orchestra, consists of a musicians’ collective based out of the San Francisco and the greater East Bay Area with 30 years plus each to their credits of professional entertaining, performing, recording and touring with many greats of the music industry. This group of well-seasoned musicians have been playing together and entertaining audiences of diverse backgrounds and genres of music and “FLO” Funky Latin Orchestra will entertain you and get you out of your seat!

Sat, 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Empress Theatre
330 Virginia St.

Serve it to 'Em Saturdays

Ava LaShay hosts Serve it to 'Em Saturdays drag show, 1st & 3rd Saturdays, with Queera Nightly and Avery Night.

Sat, 10:30 pm to 1:00 am
Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
401A Georgia St.

Sunday, October 8, 2023

Free Groceries (Drive Through Only)

Sun, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Faith FOOD Fridays
826 Solano Ave.

Kayak Practice and Fun

Paddle around Lake Chabot, weather permitting. Kayak provided if you don’t have one. $10 suggested donation. This group sometimes has excursions to other locations: Mare Island Straight, Napa River, or at Cunningham pool for Safety training and practice. Check the Facebook Kayaking Biking group for updates. Fieldtrip times are adjusted to take advantage of the tide. Bring your kayak, PFD, and gear, or we will provide you with what you need free of charge to help you decide what is [...]

Sun, 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
Lake Chabot
Dan Foley Park

St. Peter Chapel - Historic Tour

St. Peter's Chapel is open without an appointment every second Sunday. A museum by itself, St. Peter Chapel, built in 1901, is known for its large collection of stunning Tiffany windows, vaulted ceilings with exposed redwood beams, and historic plaques, you’ll find yourself in awe of the craftsmanship on display. Learn about Mare Island through the lens of the oldest Navy Chapel in the country. Mare Island Historic Park Foundation also offers private guided tours of the Chapel, the Admiral's [...]

Sun, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
St. Peter’s Chapel
1181 Walnut Avenue, Mare Island

Vallejo Waterfront Weekend

Sun, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Park
301 Mare Island Way

Jazz singer Carmen Gonzalo-Unson

The amazing young jazz vocalist, Carmen Gonzalo-Unson will be performing with saxophonist Bryan Girard and his trio for the "Second Sunday Jazz" series at Bambino's in Vallejo. With Tim Campbell on keyboard/bass and drummer Gerry Kennett, this promises to be a terrific afternoon of great music.

Sun, 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Bambino’s
301 Georgia St. #122

Neverwas Haul Tours

Come tour the world-famous Neverwas Haul at its new location at Mare Island Art Studios in Vallejo, CA. We are open on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month and for special events. The Haul is a 3-story Victorian House on Wheels that was built for Burning Man in 2006. For more information, see our website at https://www.obtainiumworks.net/neverwas-haul as well as our YouTube Channel - Obtainium Works.

Sun, 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Mare Island Art Studios
110 Pintado St.

José Martinez and Mark Martin Exhibition

Sun, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Mare Island Art Studios
110 Pintado St.

Monday, October 9, 2023

Round Midnight Show

'Round Midnight radio show with ANGELA MARIE - Request Line: 707-652-5775 http://www.ozcatradio.com/ozcast-stream.html https://tunein.com/radio/Ozcat-Radio-895-s130679/

Mon, 12:00 am to 2:00 am
Ozcat Radio
89.5 FM KZCT

Townhouse Ramblers

Acoustic Evening of Americana, Folk and Blues featuring Don Bassey, Pato Milo, Jeff Campitelli, Rich Adams, Mark Reed, Eric Wood, Erin Bakke, plus some very special guests - every Monday night.

Mon, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
401A Georgia St.

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Free Groceries

Tue, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Faith FOOD Fridays
826 Solano Ave.

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council meetings are now hybrid in-person and on Zoom. Agendas can be viewed on the City Agendas & Videos webpage and are posted a minimum of 72 hours in advance for regular meetings and 24 hours in advance for special meetings. There will be a video link at the left of the agenda page once the meeting begins. This will also serve as a future archive of the meeting. For better live video performance, use the direct Zoom link [...]

Tue, 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Vallejo City Hall
555 Santa Clara St.

Wednesday, October 11, 2023

The A.M. Hustle Show

The A.M. Hustle with ANGELA MARIE - Upbeat morning jams with lively conversation and interviews http://www.ozcatradio.com/ozcast-stream.html

Wed, 6:00 am to 9:00 am
Ozcat Radio
89.5 FM KZCT

Ed Early Band

The Ed Earley Band came together in late 1994. Doing private parties and small clubs they found a "certain magic" that has, over the past 14 years, made them a hard working blues band. Today they have 2 albums, "Going on Blue" and "Raggedy Old Car Blues", available in stores as well as receiving regular airplay on several stations. The band is currently working on their 3rd album and can be found performing at clubs and events all over Northern [...]

Wed, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Empress Theatre Lounge
324 Virginia St.

Trivia Night at the Coal Shed Brewery

Want to show off all that random knowledge you have stored in the back of your brain? Grab your crew, and join us every Wednesday at 6:30pm for craft brews, food, and trivia from King Trivia!

Wed, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Mare Island Brewing Co. – Coal Shed Brewery
860 Nimitz Ave.

Wednesday Night Open Mic

Wed, 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
401A Georgia St.

Thursday, October 12, 2023

Art Beat Radio Show – Live Poetry

Covering the local art scene, including Vallejo Second Friday Art Walk, gallery shows and open studio events, artist interviews, live poetry and more! 2nd Thursdays- Literary Dialogues with Nina Serrano 3rd Thursdays – Literary Interview 4th Thursdays – Poetry Hour

Thu, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Ozcat Radio
89.5 FM KZCT

Storytime at Children's Wonderland

Join us and our friends from the Solano County Library for storytime, Thursdays 11 am to 11:45 am at Children's Wonderland (360 Glenn St). This is a free program offered to the community.

Thu, 11:00 am to 11:45 am
Children’s Wonderland
360 Glenn Street

Tote Bag Palm Tree Painting Class

Join us for this exclusive intro to painting class at the Mare Island Art Studios(MIAS) and create this Palm Tree painting on a tote bag. This class will be full of fun, learning and laughter. Don't miss out on this step-by-step guided painting class and a chance to see the works of both Mark Martin and Jose Martinez. We begin painting at 6:00pm, please arrive around 15 minutes prior in order to get settled in and be ready to paint. [...]

Thu, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Mare Island Art Studios
110 Pintado St.

Visions of the Wild 2023 - Opening Night

Visions of the Wild Festival “connects nature, culture, and community.” Or, to put it another way, we believe the arts are a great way to bring people to nature. Each year we explore a different theme through field trips, art exhibits, concerts, speakers, and films. In 2023, we celebrate the environmental heroes, local and global, who are making a difference to conserve and restore our endangered planet. All of our events are free and open to all. EVENT SCHEDULE Opening [...]

Thu, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
734 Marin St.

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